Review: Summer Lies And Blackberry Pies

Summer Lies And Blackberry Pies by Sandy Little
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

It is the summer of 1968 when Shelby has a chance encounter with River.  His smooth words and singer's voice pull her away from her straight-laced Southern upbringing, while she is able to hide her relationship from her family with the help of her best friend, Liberty.   Summer Lies and Blackberry Pies is a stand-alone realistic fiction tale that has a small historical angle.  I love this time period and was anticipating loving the book, but the story left me wondering why I spent time reading it.  This book should not be rushed onto anyone’s TBR list.

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Review: By Invitation Only

By Invitation Only by North Taylor
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

There is a new concern in the United States.  People are being possessed by some unknown entity. The catch?  They must agree to the possession.  Dr. Roswell lives to debunk superstitious stories, but he soon finds himself over his head with a true paranormal phenomenon. By Invitation Only is a stand-alone supernatural story that sounds amazing but was disappointing throughout.  I’m sure there is a niche reader that will enjoy all the eye-rolling, but it was not enjoyable for me. 

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Review: The Rebel and the Rose

The Rebel and the Rose by Catherine Doyle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Seraphine is still learning to control her power while working with the Order of Flames.  Ransom can’t stop thinking about Seraphine while also being the leader of the Order of Daggers.  Both people are grappling with who they are and who they want to be.  The kingdom is in turmoil, and rebellion is imminent.  Can Sera and Ransom work together?  How will Valteere change as the prophecy progresses?

The Rebel and the Rose is the second book in The City of Fantome series.  This romantasy does veer onto the spicy side, but not too often.  The turmoil is deep, and the story flows easily, even if it does drag in some parts.  Overall, fans of the first book will be happy with this second installment.  

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